Saint Paul's tech industry grows with initiatives supporting talent acquisition in manufacturing, med tech, and clean tech, led by the Minnesota Technology Association's Jumpstart program and other collaborative efforts.

The Roller Skating at the ROC event in St. Louis Park on July 25 and August 29 offers a night of music and skating for $5 admission, with optional skate rentals.

The Coon Rapids Ice Center opens for private birthday parties during Sunday Public Skate sessions, offering a Party Room from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. with skate rentals available.

Woodbury mourns former City Council member Julie Ohs, who served from 2007 to 2018 and contributed to the city being named "City of the Year" in 2018. Flags are at half-staff in her honor.

Plymouth has advanced to Step 2 in the GreenStep Cities program, emphasizing sustainability in construction, transit, and urban planning, while engaging citizens in environmental stewardship.

The Savage Library's new Large Meeting Room is open for free public reservations, even as they finalize its audiovisual system, with a process in place for booking and rules for usage.

Brooklyn Park's National Night Out set for August 6, aiming to foster safer communities and strengthen police-community relations. Hosts must register by July 26.

Eden Prairie's Community Center has started a rooftop solar project to promote sustainability and align with the city's 2050 carbon-neutral goal. Residents subscribed to the solar garden will see lower energy bills starting in September.

Saint Paul police officers participate in community outreach through soccer, replacing patrol duties to bond with kids in public housing, providing practice, equipment, and snacks.

Three Dog Night will perform at the Vetter Stone Amphitheater with City of Mankato advising concertgoers on parking and traffic, including suggested arrival times and routes.

The City of Mankato is reopening the renovated Tourtellotte Pool on July 18 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 12:30 p.m., offering free admission on the opening day.

Washington County collaborates with local schools to hold a vaccine clinic at Newport Elementary for students under 18 to ensure updated immunizations.

Savage Library launches Extended Access program allowing cardholders to enter the building beyond staffed hours, from 6 am to 10 pm daily, including holidays. Sign-up requires orientation, and the service is self-service.